Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a leading global provider of advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers to improve their water management processes, increase operational performance and reduce environmental impact. With over 40 years of experience and a reputation for engineering excellence, businesses, and public bodies all over the world rely on our products, services and integrated solutions to reduce flood risk, improve water treatment and protect the environment from water pollution. We have a network of over 80 distribution partners and serve customers in more than 40 countries. As part of CRH Infrastructure Products, we are leading the water management industry with innovative, sustainable solutions and a safety:first mindset. Job Title: Procurement Manager Location: Clevedon, Somerset Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent (Hybrid Working : Minimum 3 Days in Office) About Us: Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a global leader in water management solutions. With over 40 years of engineering excellence, we support municipal, industrial, and construction customers to improve water processes, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce environmental impact. Serving customers in more than 40 countries through a network of 80+ distribution partners, we're part of CRH Infrastructure Products and are proud to lead the way in innovation, sustainability, and safety within the water sector. Responsible for: Developing and managing procurement strategies for equipment and materials to ensure prompt, cost:effective supply to Hydro's UK operating businesses. Directly managing and motivating a team of buyers, ensuring efficient procurement operations and fostering a collaborative work environment. Developing and managing strategic supplier relationships and implementing procurement best practices to support the company's operational objectives. Physical Requirements: - Driver's Licence: Required - Passport: Required Competence and Qualifications: - Graduate degree, ideally in a supply chain management or engineering discipline - Membership of an appropriate professional body, e.g. Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) - Approximately 5 years' experience in roles related to procurement - At least 2 years' experience in a team lead role, preferably within the equipment supply industry Skills and Attributes: - Strong negotiation and contract management skills - Astute commercial and financial awareness - Experience with price analysis, source selection, and justification - Strong understanding of import and export regulations - Excellent attention to detail - Self:confident with strong interpersonal skills - Resilience and a team player mentality - Proven time management and effective organisational skills, with the ability to multitask - Strategic thinking abilities - Knowledge of current supply and quality management techniques - Strong analytical approach to decision:making - Effective communication skills at all levels - Self:motivated, flexible, and results:driven with a hands:on approach - Strong IT skills (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word), along with ERP experience - Experience managing international supply chains; additional languages preferred Key Duties: 1. Understand business requirements to establish and maintain a competitive supply base aligned with the company's strategic objectives. 2. Establish, maintain, and develop the company's: - Procurement policies, strategies, and practices - Quality policies and practices Ensuring these are adopted by, and embedded within, business units. 3. Lead commercial negotiations with supply partners and draft legal contracts. 4. Develop strategic category plans, including demand forecasting, consideration of market factors, and agreeing an opportunity pipeline